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How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn?
The age-old question, “How often should you mow your lawn?”. The short answer: as frequently as you can. A beautiful lawn is dependent on several factors, but I’d put proper mowing at the top of …
How Often to Water Grass Seed (How Much To Water New Seeds)
How often does new grass seed need to be watered? This is a lawn care question with an answer that depends on a lot of different factors, like the current state of your lawn—whether you’re …
How To Get Rid of Wild Violets (What You Need to Know)
LAWN PHIX PRO TIPS Wild violets are the toughest broadleaf weeds to control entirely. With its underground rhizomes, wild violets spread like ground ivy and can quickly take over a lawn if left untreated. The …
How To Get Rid of Dandelions (What You Need to Know)
LAWN PHIX PRO TIPS Nothing screams “spring has arrived” like seeing dandelions in their yellow flower bloom! In Massachusetts, this is generally around Kentucky Derby day in May. These broadleaf weeds grow from a single …
How To Get Rid Of Chinch Bugs
Early spring brings a host of new problems for homeowners, including the appearance of adult chinch bugs. Although run-ins with chinch bugs are relatively common, severe infestations can and do happen every year. It’s important …
THE 5 BEST Backpack Sprayers for 2023 (Top Sprayer Reviews)
Taking care of your lawn is a full-time job, especially if you have to do everything manually. Thankfully, buying high-quality equipment like battery-powered backpack sprayers can make your life much easier. These devices allow you …
How To Get Rid of Sod Webworms
Sometimes called ‘lawn moths’ or simply ‘webworms,’ the sod webworm is a destructive lawn pest that causes significant damage or brown patches in the lawn. If you’re willing to combine prevention steps with treatment products, …
Lime For Lawns (What is Lime and When to Apply?)
When it comes to lime for lawns, homeowners often find themselves confused. When should it be applied, and how much is too much? Do lawns even need lime? Sometimes they do, but it can be …
How To Get Rid of Spider Mites
Spider mites are tiny and damaging insects that can infect outdoor and indoor plants. Unfortunately, a spider mite problem can cause leaf damage, issues with various landscaping elements in your yard, and much more. Understanding …